Facilities Housekeeping

Job Summary:

Housekeeping is responsible for the cleanliness of assigned GLCAC properties.  This position will also track cleaning supplies and restocking and perform a variety of housekeeping duties.

Essential Functions/Key Responsibilities:

• Responsible for floor care, performing surface tasks including vacuuming, mopping, sweeping and spot cleaning carpets of all office areas. Also includes carrying out tasks including dusting, spraying and cleaning.
• Cleans and maintains all rooms of Main Office and assigned center(s), including office space, hallways, bathrooms, stairwells, and classrooms plus common areas of the assigned area or building.
• Assures proper disposal of garbage/trash.
• Conducts regular inspections at assigned site to ensure ongoing cleanliness and safety of the facility.
• Performs carpet and hard floor surface maintenance including windows at the front entrance.
• As required, cleans and sanitizes following the outbreak and gains knowledge of the equipment.
• Tracks inventory of maintenance supplies and assists with procurement procedures as assigned.
• Assists with housekeeping duties at other sites when assigned.
• Ensures that every receptacle has covers and doors are child-proof to meet Head Start safety inspections when assigned to a Head Start Center
• Stocks cleaning supplies as directed.
• Communicates with Facility Manager on safety, hazard, and repair concerns.
• Assists with other cross-component duties as assigned by supervisor.

Skills & Qualifications:

• Knowledge of methods and practices used in basic housekeeping work.
• Excellent at following directions and completing tasks assigned.
• Valid Massachusetts driver’s license.
• Ability to work and communicate with administrative as well as center’s staff.
• Ability to lift items up to 50 pounds
• Use of own vehicle as a means of transportation.
• Bilingual English/Spanish.
• Show documented proof of current physical exam, negative TB test, and proof of MMR immunity. (Hepatitis B immunity is advisable).  EEC Background Record Check will be required.
• Must have suitable CORI, SORI & DCF background check on file prior to employment.
• Ability to work effectively with and meet the needs of people from a wide range of backgrounds, identities, cultures, nationalities and languages that make up the rich complexity of GLCAC employees, partners in the community, and clientele. Everyone is responsible for supporting the agency’s mission of building an environment of fairness and opportunity where people are valued for their unique contributions.